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Following Ghana’s 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, left back Gideon Mensah says the team’s focus has already shifted to redemption in the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers. …
We don’t take your sacrifice for granted – Gideon Mensah salutes Ghanaian fansJoy Online
… Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32 on Friday night, Jhon Arias’ 14th-minute goal proving decisive at Kansas City Stadium. …
Gideon Mensah vows Black Stars will bounce backJoy Online
… While the final 1-0 scoreline against Colombia suggests a narrow defeat, the post-match reaction indicates that systemic issues, rather than mere misfortune, sealed the team’s exit. …
Internal friction and tactical flaws define Ghana’s 2026 World Cup exitJoy Online
Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has delivered a candid assessment of Ghana’s performance following the team’s 1-0 defeat to Colombia, describing the display as below the expected standard and insisting the South Americans fully deserved their victory. …
World Cup exit: Asamoah Gyan says Ghana’s performance was below parJoy Online
Black Stars defender Jerome Opoku has attributed Ghana’s elimination from the FIFA World Cup to the team’s inability to convert scoring opportunities, saying fine margins ultimately separated the Black Stars from Colombia. …
‘They took their chance; we didn’t’ — Jerome Opoku reflects on Ghana’s World Cup exitJoy Online
… Speaking after Ghana’s narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia, which ended the country’s campaign, Ayew acknowledged the disappointment of failing to progress but maintained that the team’s rebuilding process had only just begun. …
Black Stars need time to adapt to Queiroz’s philosophy — Jordan AyewJoy Online
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has identified the early injury to defender Marvin Senaya as a major factor in Ghana’s 1-0 defeat to Colombia, a result that ended the country’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. …
Black Stars lost organisation after Senaya’s injury – Carlos QueirozJoy Online
Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign came to a disappointing end after a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32, with an early goal from Jhon Arias proving enough to separate the two sides. …
Ghana’s World Cup dream ends as Arias fires Colombia into last 16Joy Online
Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Jerome Opoku, Inaki Williams, and Caleb Yirenkyi are back in Ghana’s starting line-up as Carlos Queiroz makes four changes for tonight’s FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash against Colombia at Kansas City Stadium. …
Ati-Zigi, Inaki, Opoku return as Queiroz makes four changes for Colombia clashJoy Online
Black Stars Head Coach Carlos Queiroz says Ghana’s FIFA World Cup campaign enters its decisive phase on Friday, as the team prepares for a Round of 32 knockout clash with Colombia at Kansas City Stadium. …
Carlos Queiroz demands courage, character against ColombiaGhana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32. Fans blamed the technical team's player selection and the team's cautious tactical approach throughout the tournament.
3 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32. Fans blamed the technical team's player selection and the team's cautious tactical approach throughout the tournament.
3 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams has dismissed claims that government officials or external entities influence player selection for the Black Stars, stating that such decisions are the exclusive responsibility of the national team's head coach. His comments follow Ghana's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 1-0 defeat to Colombia.
13 hours ago · Joy Online →
Sports Minister Kofi Adams has told Ghana's Black Stars to treat their 2026 FIFA World Cup exit as a learning opportunity and remain focused on upcoming competitions, including the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers. Adams praised the squad's performance despite their defeat to Colombia and urged players not to let criticism dampen their spirit.
21 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Carlos Queiroz's departure as Black Stars head coach after a three-month tenure exposes cyclical administrative instability within the Ghana national football team, reflecting deeper tensions between short-term crisis management and the need for long-term coherent strategy in the federation.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Colombia eliminated Ghana from the World Cup with a 1–0 victory in their Round of 32 match, with Jhon Arias scoring in the 14th minute. Ghana failed to register a single shot on target throughout the match, with goalkeeper Lawrence Ati Zigi making seven saves to limit the margin of defeat.
23 hours ago · Daily Guide →
Ghana lost 1-0 to Colombia in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with coach Carlos Queiroz citing lack of maturity and experience as the team lacked composure and coordination throughout the match.
6 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's left-back Gideon Mensah says the team feels the pain of a 1-0 knockout-stage defeat to Colombia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup but will use the disappointment as motivation for the future. Mensah noted the unforgiving nature of knockout football and the weight of expectation on the squad.
6 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has left his position and called for improved off-field structures and institutional support to develop Ghana's football talent. He reflected on his tenure with pride in progress made but also expressed "healthy dissatisfaction," stressing that future Black Stars success depends on creating strong preparation and development systems beyond on-pitch performance.
5 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The leader of the All People's Congress has called for a complete reset of Ghana's Senior National Team following a 1–0 defeat to Colombia in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, citing the team's failure to demonstrate determination, discipline, and fighting spirit.
5 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Black Stars were knocked out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the Round of 32 after a 1-0 defeat to Colombia. The GFA has pledged to rebuild the squad and focus on winning the Africa Cup of Nations and returning to the world stage as a competitive force.
5 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Sports Minister Kofi Adams encouraged the Black Stars to remain united following their 1-0 loss to Colombia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32, praising the players and technical team for their commitment and urging focus on the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers ahead.
5 July 2026 · Joy Online →
After Ghana lost 1-0 to Colombia in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, left back Gideon Mensah said the team's focus has shifted to redemption in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers and expressed gratitude to Ghanaian supporters who sacrificed sleep to follow the team despite difficult kickoff times.
5 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana left-back Gideon Mensah says the team felt ready for their 2026 World Cup Round of 32 match but will use the disappointment of a 1-0 loss to Colombia as motivation for the future. Mensah acknowledged the unforgiving nature of knockout football and the emotional toll of losing on the world stage with so many supporters' hopes resting on the team.
5 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following a 1-0 loss to Colombia, has exposed deep-seated frustration within the Black Stars camp over tactical vulnerability, offensive weakness, and squad transition issues. Coach Carlos Queiroz attributed the defensive breakdown to an early injury to Marvin Senaya that disrupted the team's discipline and organisation, allowing Colombia to exploit gaps and score.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan said Ghana's performance in their 1-0 World Cup loss to Colombia was below average, citing lack of intensity and insufficient attacking players, while acknowledging that Colombia deserved their victory.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Black Stars defender Jerome Opoku attributed Ghana's elimination from the FIFA World Cup to the team's inability to convert scoring opportunities after a 1-0 defeat to Colombia. Opoku said Colombia capitalised on one of their few clear openings while Ghana failed to take its chances.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has appealed to Ghanaians to be patient with head coach Carlos Queiroz following Ghana's 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the FIFA World Cup, arguing that the Portuguese trainer needs time to implement his philosophy and that the team is only two months into its rebuilding process.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana lost 1-0 to Colombia in a 2026 FIFA World Cup match, ending the team's campaign. Coach Carlos Queiroz attributed the defeat to early disruption of defensive organisation after defender Marvin Senaya's forced withdrawal through injury, allowing Jhon Arias to score the decisive goal.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a 1–0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32, with Jhon Arias scoring in the 14th minute to send the South Americans through to the last 16.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has recalled Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Jerome Opoku, Inaki Williams, and Caleb Yirenkyi to the starting line-up for a FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match against Colombia at Kansas City Stadium. The winner advances to face Switzerland in the Round of 16.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's head coach Carlos Queiroz says the Black Stars' FIFA World Cup campaign enters its decisive phase in a Round of 32 knockout clash with Colombia, stressing that mentality, character, and attitude will decide the contest rather than talent alone.
3 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz says the team's FIFA World Cup campaign enters its decisive phase as it prepares for a Round of 32 knockout clash with Colombia, emphasizing that mentality, character, and sustained effort will determine the outcome of Friday's match.
3 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye scored as Switzerland beat Algeria to secure their first World Cup knockout stage win since 1938, advancing to the last 16.
3 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's national football team has landed in Kansas City for a decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash against Colombia on Friday, July 3, 2026. The match is a must-win for the Black Stars to advance to the Round of 16.
2 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Black Stars advanced to the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as one of the best third-placed teams despite a 2-1 defeat to Croatia, embodying steady progress and resilience rather than flamboyant performance.
2 July 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana intensified preparations for a FIFA Men's World Cup Round of 32 match against Colombia, scheduled for Friday, July 3, at Kansas City Stadium. The Black Stars finished third in Group L with four points, while Colombia advanced as Group K winners with seven points from an unbeaten campaign.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has sent condolences to victims of recent floods in Accra, saying the national team stands in solidarity with those affected. Queiroz said the team would carry the people of Accra in their hearts during Ghana's FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash against Colombia on July 3.
1 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has expressed condolences to victims of severe flooding in Accra that killed at least 12 people and displaced 7,000 residents, saying the team stands in solidarity with those affected while preparing for Ghana's World Cup Round of 32 match against Colombia on July 3.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Mexico defeated Ecuador 2–0 in the World Cup Round of 16, with goals from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez, to advance and set up a potential next-round tie against England or DR Congo.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana will play Colombia in the Round of 32 at Kansas City Stadium on July 4 after advancing as one of the tournament's best third-placed teams, while Colombia topped Group K unbeaten with seven points.
30 June 2026 · Daily Guide →